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BWW Review: First Act Soars, Second Act Bores in THE LORAX at Mirvish
by Taylor Long - Dec 18, 2017


I am the Lorax, I speak for the trees! screams the puppet with three puppeteers on their knees. Unlike the show, I won't spend this in rhyme - and I promise to not take as much of your time. THE LORAX, presented by Mirvish is vivaciously visual. Dr. Seuss's fictional world becomes livable with colourful, captivating designs, folky tunes and unique, striking costumes that create a dreamy theatrical experience. In David Greig's stage version, adapted from the short children's book, most of the one-line story is covered by intermission, leaving the second act to grumble on and on through an already thin plot.

DR. SEUSS'S THE LORAX Begins This Weekend at the Royal Alexandra Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2017


David Mirvish will present The Old Vic production of Dr. Seuss's THE LORAX, which begins performances Today, December 9, at the Royal Alexandra Theatre and runs through January 21, 2018. The media performance is Sunday December 17, 2017 at 1:30PM.

DR. SEUSS'S THE LORAX Begins This Weekend at the Royal Alexandra Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2017


David Mirvish will present The Old Vic production of Dr. Seuss's THE LORAX, which begins performances Saturday, December 9, at the Royal Alexandra Theatre and runs through January 21, 2018. The media performance is Sunday December 17, 2017 at 1:30PM.

Photo Flash: First Look at Dr. Seuss' THE LORAX at The Old Vic Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2017


The irrepressible, big-hearted, moustachioed critter is back. Following rave reviews and an Olivier nomination for Best Entertainment and Family show, Dr. Seuss's The Lorax returns to The Old Vic stage.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal for DR. SEUSS'S THE LORAX at The Old Vic
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2017


The irrepressible, big-hearted, moustachioed critter is back. Following rave reviews and an Olivier nomination for Best Entertainment and Family show, Dr. Seuss's The Lorax returns to The Old Vic stage, beginning previews Sunday 15 October 2017 for an opening on Tuesday 24 October 2017. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company in rehearsal below!

Full Casting Announced for Dr. Seuss' THE LORAX' at The Old Vic
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2017


The Old Vic today announced full casting for Dr. Seuss's The Lorax, which returns to The Old Vic stage for a limited run opening on Tuesday 24 October, with previews from Sunday 15 October 2017, prior to international dates in Canada and the USA.

France's Prequell Releases 'Part XIV' ft Rae Morris Today
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 30, 2017


Under the sobriquet Prequell, he also conjures compositions that strikingly blur the lines between electronic and classical music - the latest collection of which will be gathered for the upcoming album The Future Comes Before. In anticipation, we have the first single, the awesomely cinematic 'Part XIV,' with its visceral, dramatic sweep of strings, and featuring a powerfully moving vocal by British songstress Rae Morris.' -- Ken Scudato, BlackBook (6/30/17)

Lesli Margherita, Nancy Opel and More to Ad-Lib in VILLAIN: DEBLANKS
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2017


Come laugh your (BODY PART)_____ off when 'Villain: DeBlanks' returns to the Laurie Beechman Theatre today, February 9 at 7pm. A portion of proceeds will benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Lesli Margherita, Nancy Opel and More to Ad-Lib in VILLAIN: DEBLANKS
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2017


Come laugh your (BODY PART)_____ off when 'Villain: DeBlanks' returns to the Laurie Beechman Theatre on Thursday, February 9 at 7pm. A portion of proceeds will benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Get All Shook Up with ONE NIGHT WITH THE KING at The Orleans Showroom
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2017


Enjoy three decades of Elvis Presley's career on display with spot-on tributes at "One Night with The King," coming to The Orleans Showroom Jan. 28-29.

Photo Flash: Colors of Community Event Uses Theater & Panel as Catalyst for Healing, Change
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2016


When Bobby Daniel Rodriguez, Kaili Y. Turner, and Kim Rios Lin set out to produce their 3rd Colors of Community event they were fully aware of the event's timing three days after our Nation's Presidential election. The house was packed at HSA Theater, with individuals of all emotions ready to absorb the Colors of Community Mission: 'To help bridge the divides between communities through theater and discourse.'

Wayne Brady Among Starry Cast for Broadway-Bound SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE Developmental Lab
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2016


Steven Baruch, Marc Routh, Richard Frankel and Tom Viertel confirmed today that there will be invited presentations of selections from the musical this September, in anticipation of a Broadway production to be announced.

Tribeca Film Festival Announces Dates & Expansion of Submission Areas
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 15, 2016


The Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, announced the sixteenth edition will be held April 19– April 30, 2017 in New York City.

Michelle Williams in Talks to Join Hugh Jackman in P.T. Barnum Musical Biopic THE GREATEST SHOWMAN ON EARTH
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 6, 2016


Tony winner Hugh Jackman may be joined by another major Hollywood star in the upcoming  P.T. Barnum musical biopic THE GREATEST SHOWMAN ON EARTH.

Zac Efron to Join Hugh Jackman in P.T. Barnum Musical Biopic THE GREATEST SHOWMAN ON EARTH?
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 15, 2016


Zac Efron could soon make a return to his musical roots.

Photo Coverage: Paper Mill Playhouse Celebrates Opening Night of WEST SIDE STORY
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 6, 2016


Paper Mill Playhouse presents Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim's classic musical West Side Story, directed by Paper Mill Playhouse's Producing Artistic Director Mark S. Hoebee and Jerome Robbins' original choreography recreated by Alex Sanchez.

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Welcomes Largest Ever Cast for RUNNING WILD, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2016


Regent's Park Open Air Theatre's 2016 season launches with Samuel Adamson's adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's novel, RUNNING WILD. A co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre, RUNNING WILD opens tonight 19 May and plays until Sunday 12 June 2016.

Photo Flash: Welcome to the Jungle! First Look at RUNNING WILD at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2016


Regent's Park Open Air Theatre's 2016 season begins with Samuel Adamson's adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's novel, RUNNING WILD. A co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre, RUNNING WILD opens tomorrow 19 May and plays until Sunday 12 June. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Welcomes Largest Ever Cast for RUNNING WILD, Starting Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2016


Regent's Park Open Air Theatre's 2016 season kicks off with Samuel Adamson's adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's novel, RUNNING WILD. A co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre, RUNNING WILD previews from tonight 13 May (press night 19 May) and plays until Sunday 12 June.

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